Historical Events tagged with "europan space agency"
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Columbia Launches With European Spacelab Module
Space Shuttle Columbia was launched on mission STS-9, marking a significant milestone as it became the first mission to carry the European Space Agency's Spacelab module. Liftoff occurred from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, showcasing international cooperation in space exploration. The mission was aimed at conducting scientific research in microgravity, offering a platform for experiments in various fields including biology, materials science, and astronomy. The crew consisted of six members, including European astronaut Ulf Merbold, who became the first non-American to fly on a Space Shuttle.
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